Medical Spa Columns

While there are myriad procedures to help clients improve their appearance, microdermabrasion can maximize the benefits of other treatments and boost your bottom line. “The concept of abrading the skin, or removing the upper layers for skin rejuvenation, dates back as far as 1500 B.C., when Egyptian physicians used a type of sandpaper to smooth scars,” says Mark Pinsley, president of DermaMed Solutions. “Since the development of microdermabrasion machines in 1985, it continues to be one of the top five...

Hair loss is a growing issue as clients age and also creates a valuable business expansion opportunity for your medical spa. Robert Dorin, D.O. Diplomat of the American Board of Hair Restoration, is co-partner of True & Dorin Medical Group with more than 11 years of experience as New York City’s trusted hair restoration surgeon. Dorin’s practice is dedicated exclusively to state of the art methods of surgical hair restoration, including the highly specialized and minimally invasive FUE process, as...

The eyes tell all, as they say - even your age. Due to the delicate, extremely thin skin around the eye area, eyes are generally the first facial feature to show signs of aging including dark circles, crow’s feet, and bags or swelling. These age-related changes have a huge impact on the appearance, making clients look and feel older and more tired than they really are. It’s no surprise then that Americans are dead set on disguising aging eyes. According...

Revision rhinoplasty is considered one of the most complicated of all facial plastic surgery procedures because the nasal structure may have lost some of its original anatomical characteristics and their tends to be an accumulation of scar tissue. It has also become increasingly common. A recent study by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) reported that secondary surgery including revision rhinoplasty accounts for approximately one fourth or up to 27 percent of all surgical procedures performed...

If your patients have ever been called Dumbo or Mickey Mouse—they know why otoplasty, a procedure to correct protruding ears, is gaining popularity. Otoplasty aims to reduce the size of or reshape abnormally large ears, which contributes to a good first impression in a big way.Ears greatly impact your appearance because they harmonize the face and head—and put everything into balance. People undergoing otoplasty are looking for ears that lie close to the head and extend from the level of...

With the holiday season upon us, clients want to put their best face forward. For many that means matching their looks to their perceived age. According to a new study by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, nearly 70 percent of women age 45 to 60 feel at least six years younger than their chronological age. Here are a few experts’ solutions for patients who want to look as good as they feel from head to toe...

Acne vulgaris is a distressing, common skin condition that affects millions of individuals in the U.S. Up to 80 percent of the adolescent population, 30 percent of women of child-bearing years, and 3 percent of the middle-aged population are affected by acne. The fact that almost one-third of pre-menopausal women have some degree of acne, many of whom already frequent medical spas for services, makes treating acne a potentially good addition to your menu. Like all medical conditions, the treatment...

There was a time when simple at-home exfoliation was considered enough of a skincare routine. Today, however, clients are opting for more effective regenerating procedures that increase the rate of cell turnover and maximize the power of their favorite potions and serums. On the hunt for more well-rounded skin management systems, spa-goers are turning to treatments like dermaplaning and dermarolling. Although they may sound alike, they’re actually quite different. Take the tools, for example. While dermaplaning uses a scalpel or...

Mitchell Chasin, M.D., founder and medical director of Reflections Center for Skin and Body (multiple locations), delivers the lowdown on an anti-aging procedure that is generating buzz. He is an innovator in the field of lasers, aesthetic and cosmetic medicine, and technology. Chasin is considered a pioneer in a wide range of laser and aesthetic procedures. Q. What exactly is Dermafrac, and how does it work? A. Dermafrac, or collagen induction therapy, employs a small handheld roller that is covered...

Whether it’s to delay retirement, retain a professional edge, or stay competitive in the dating game, more men are turning to plastic surgery. According to a recent study by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), the number of men having Botox shot up 27 percent from 2011. Manhattan plastic surgeon Sam Rizk, M.D., whose patient base is 25 percent male and is a respected expert in facial plastic surgery, says this group of clients have unique...